Slab Contrasted Ibva 2 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Gazeta Slab' by Vanarchiv (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, sports branding, logos, robust, vintage, sporty, confident, rugged, impact, momentum, retro display, brand presence, emphasis, bracketed, chunky, ink-trap hints, soft corners, lively rhythm.
A heavy, right-leaning slab serif with broad, blocky terminals and subtly rounded corners. Strokes are largely even, with only mild modulation, and the serifs read as thick wedges with gentle bracketing that helps the joins feel sturdy rather than abrupt. The design shows slightly elastic letterfit and a lively rhythm—counters are compact, apertures are somewhat closed, and several forms have small angular cuts that add bite and definition at larger sizes. Figures are bold and compact, matching the dense, poster-ready color of the text.
Best suited to display typography where weight and presence are an advantage—headlines, posters, branded merchandise, and bold packaging systems. It can also work for short editorial callouts or chapter openers, particularly where a vintage or athletic voice is desired.
The overall tone is assertive and energetic, blending a vintage print feel with a sporty, headline-forward punch. Its italic slant and chunky slabs give it momentum and confidence, while the softened edges keep it approachable rather than severe.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a bold slab-serif voice, using an italic stance and sturdy, bracketed serifs to project motion and confidence. Its compact counters and consistent stroke weight prioritize strong texture and readability at display sizes.
Uppercase forms read especially strong and uniform in texture, while the lowercase adds bounce and personality through varied silhouettes and tight interior spaces. The combination of heavy slabs and slight shaping cuts helps maintain character separation in large display settings, though the dense counters suggest it will look most comfortable with generous tracking and line spacing when set in longer bursts.